World Cup (Revised) - An Action-Packed Look at Soccer's Biggest Competition (Paperback)

Soccer. No other sport in the world captivates a bigger audience--and no other competition electrifies its fans like the World Cup. Now, just in time for the 2018 World Cup, comes this updated edition of Matt Christopher's classic title, jam-packed with information about each and every World Cup ever played. Want to know who was behind the biggest surprise defeat of the 1950 tournament? It's in here. Curious about what happened to the Jules Rimet trophy when it was in England? Turn to the chapter on World Cup 1966. Want to know more about the biggest triumphs and harshest defeats, all while feeling like you're on the field with the sports legends? Wondering what the term Total Football means? You'll find the answer here--along with much, much more. With updated content reflecting changes in the world of soccer, as well as all-new chapters going further in-depth into recent tournaments and the Women's World Cup--which the US women's team has won more times than any other team in history--this new edition is sure to capture a new generation of sports fans.

General

Imprint:	Little, Brown Young Readers
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	April 2018
Authors:	Matt Christopher
Dimensions:	197 x 137 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	160
ISBN-13:	978-0-316-48487-9
Categories:	Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Ball games > Football (Soccer, Association football) > World Cup Promotions
LSN:	0-316-48487-3
Barcode:	9780316484879

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